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Meet wonderful author, friend, and fellow Anita Factor member, Melinda Friesen. Melinda is one of the most deadline dedicated people that I’ve ever met. She consistently sets goals for herself and meets them which is truly inspiring. And I need to mention – she’s the plot queen! A true gift to think of plot solutions […]

Meet wonderful author, friend, and fellow Anita Factor member, Melinda Friesen. Melinda is one of the most deadline dedicated people that I've ever met. She consistently sets goals for herself and meets them which is truly inspiring. And I need to mention - she's the plot queen! A true gift to think of plot solutions… Continue reading A Minute of Time with Melinda Friesen

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Empty Cup

On the night of her 17th birthday, her mother's new boyfriend leaves Raven broken and bleeding. Her mom blames her and kicks Raven out of the house on a frigid winter night. As Raven struggles with the aftermath of the ultimate betrayal, she finds solace in her imagination and a concerned teacher. She discovers that real change begins within.

Recognition for Empty Cup

Shortlisted for the Manitoba Book Awards, McNally Robinson Best Book for Young People, older category, 2015

Listed in Canadian Children's Book Centre's Best Books for Kids & Teens, Spring 2015 edition.

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“Not an easy story but an important one. Compelling, powerful and engaging.”
~ Eric Walters, author of Power Play.